What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Tavistock?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Tavistock is to bus which costs £20 - £65 and takes 6h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Tavistock?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Tavistock is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Tavistock?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Tavistock station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Bus Station via Public Transport Interchange and Charles Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Tavistock?

The distance between Cardiff and Tavistock is 159 miles. The road distance is 142.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Tavistock without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tavistock without a car is to train and line 118 bus via Bristol which takes 5h 24m and costs £21 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Tavistock?

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Cardiff to Tavistock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Tavistock bus from?

Cardiff to Tavistock bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where does the Cardiff to Tavistock bus arrive?

Cardiff to Tavistock bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Public Transport Interchange station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Tavistock?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Tavistock is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Cardiff to Tavistock.

Where can I stay near Tavistock?

There are 1316+ hotels available in Tavistock.

Cardiff to Tavistock - 5 ways to travel via train, line 118 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Tavistock by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 118 bus via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bedford Hotelbus 118 / ...
5h 24m
£21–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Public Transport Interchangebus 216
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Falc
6h 4m
£21–63
Drive 141.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Tavistockcar 141.7 mi
2h 50m
£35–50
Train, line 118 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bedford Hotelbus 118 / ...
5h 45m
£42–75
Train, line 66 bus, line 118 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the bus from St Davids Station to Hospitalbus 66
3. Take the bus from Hospital to Bedford Hotelbus 118
6h 18m

Cardiff to Tavistock by train and bus

91Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Tavistock.

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Distance: 157.9 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Tavistock, England?

You can take a bus from Park Place to Bus Station via Public Transport Interchange, Plymouth Coach Station, and Charles Street in around 6h 4m.

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